What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II

[supercheyenne]

Originally Posted by matthamby

installed my first "modern" accessory!
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Details my friend!

Please and thank you.

[matthamby]

This is the link to the item I purchased (eBay):

12V-24V Car Vehicle Waterproof 5V 2.1A + 2.1A Dual USB Power Sockets Outlet

I had to use a "step bit", it's used to cut small holes into larger ones for conduit into electrical panels (I have used them many times) they are about $35 at Lowe's Home Improvement, make sure to get the one that is up to 1-1/8", at least that's what mine was. See if you have an electrician friend, they may have one you could use. Don't try holding a hole saw in place - it won't turn out well (for the truck or you, I have seen people try it). I have several vehicles that I want to add one of the sockets to, so the $35 wasn't a bad deal.



I took a round file to remove the barbs that remained from the bit. It was a really tight fit so it doesn't move around inside the hole, I just got it in there, I started to hook up the wires, but when I started looking at the wiring, it was quite obvious that whoever installed the radio (non factory, i don't think a dealer did it either), there was a nest of wires, a lot of them were cut and hanging loose, so I need to chase them out and see what goes where and remove wires that are not necessary. Nothing can ever be easy!

You may be able to use a small grinding wheel on a Dremel tool to make the hole larger, mark the hole needed then cut, this would also allow you to leave the sides flat so the power adapter is "keyed" into the hole.

After that you just simply connect the old cigarette wires to the back using the supplied crimp connectors.

That's about all I know that you would need. I hope it helps!

Thanks guys!

[toolboxchev]

Originally Posted by mild68

Put a little more time today detailing parts.
Got the power steering pump pulley back on.
Disassembled and detailed alternator.

Heat with Torch, Spray with hose, repeat...Spray with PB Blaster, let sit overnight...repeat until it breaks free.

This has not failed me yet. The different metals with expand and contract at different rates breaking the corrosion bond. You do not need much torque. It will break free when the bond is broken.

[supercheyenne]

Originally Posted by matthamby

Thanks guys!

You are the man. With everyone having smart phones nowadays you can never have too many outlets for charging.

I appreciate it.

[74baggedbug]

Shipped the hinges off to be rebuilt and still waiting on warmer temps to apply the epoxy on the wood floor project

[FRCvette]

Ordered more parts to get ready to lower my 70. Should have all pieces I need to get project started. Going to do 3 and 4 inch drop and install front sway bar and adjustable track bar in rear with lowered shocks. Hope to get started soon.

[Metaldoc]

Originally Posted by 74baggedbug

Shipped the hinges off to be rebuilt and still waiting on warmer temps to apply the epoxy on the wood floor project

That is one purdy blue. It's turning out great.

[74baggedbug]

Originally Posted by Metaldoc

That is one purdy blue. It's turning out great.

Thanks!!!

[mud.man.rj]

I have never been much for blue,,,but yours has totally captivated me, so nice a shade and the perfect rim and size, you hit the mark with your truck and I don't say that lightly.
Mudman.

[magwakeenercew2jh]

Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

I have never been much for blue,,,but yours has totally captivated me, so nice a shade and the perfect rim and size, you hit the mark with your truck and I don't say that lightly.
Mudman.

Once again, I'm right there with you, Mud.

[74baggedbug]

Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

I have never been much for blue,,,but yours has totally captivated me, so nice a shade and the perfect rim and size, you hit the mark with your truck and I don't say that lightly.
Mudman.

Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

Once again, I'm right there with you, Mud.

Thanks!! It's a love/hate relationship with this truck..

[BlackedOut67shorty]

Went from all blacked out to chrome, blazer is still blacked out so im not to bothered by not having a completly blacked out vehicle

[74baggedbug]

Took a day off from work and the temp was above 75 so I poured the epoxy.. my wife tells me I'm inpatient lol.. it's not as slick as I'd like so I'll wait a week sand it with 220grit and pour another coat of epoxy

[Boog]

But it looks like glass already!

[MikeB69C10]

Before

After

Thank you TruckSeats

[matthamby]

this was on my FB feed this morning, thought you guys would get a kick out of it. Ingenuity at it's finest!

"Roads? Where we're going, we don't need roads!"



I think he needs to paint the rims white and make some hub caps to match the front!

[rsgt]

I have been working on installing this cup holder and I got it finished today.

[chevytruckguy70]

Originally Posted by rsgt

I have been working on installing this cup holder and I got it finished today.

I like that cup holder much better than the ash tray version I'm using. What did that come out of?

[BugzC10]

Originally Posted by rsgt

I have been working on installing this cup holder and I got it finished today.

Looks good...what did your rear mounting bracket end up looking like?

[rsgt]

Originally Posted by chevytruckguy70

I like that cup holder much better than the ash tray version I'm using. What did that come out of?

It is a 88-94 Chevy truck part.

Originally Posted by BugzC10

Looks good...what did your rear mounting bracket end up looking like?

I wish I had a picture. I used two 3/4x1/8 strap steel, curved and bolted to the lower heater control mounting bolts on the bottom of the dash then screwed to the lower heater housing. I bolted on each strap a small piece of the strap metal sticking out to catch the mounting clip on the cup holder.

[ole dollor]

Originally Posted by matthamby

this was on my FB feed this morning, thought you guys would get a kick out of it. Ingenuity at it's finest!

"Roads? Where we're going, we don't need roads!"



I think he needs to paint the rims white and make some hub caps to match the front!

now thats a cool go anywhere kinda truck.....

[Andy4639]

I need a couple of these for the 56 Bel Air and 64 SS Impala!

[findog78]

Nice job installing the carpet too. Mine looks like a wrinkle bomb and not even close to as smooth as yours.

[mild68]

Cleaned up and painted transmission.



Installed new front seal and made a tool to install the balancer.

[Toolman_69]

I installed a bench seat I got cheap but it's in excel lane condition. I also cleaned up my differential and started the new yukon gear posi carrier install with a 4.10 gear... With a 4 speed it'll be really fun behind that 454....